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The scene of repeated struggles for control between Spain and England throughout it's early history, the Georgia question was finally settled by British general James Oglethorpe, who defeated Spanish invaders in the Battle of Bloody Marsh in 1742.

A center of Confederate military activity during the American Civil War, Georgia suffered at the hands of Union general William T. Sherman who burned Atlanta to the ground in 1864 before cutting a 60-mile-wide path of destruction in his "march to the sea", finally capturing Savannah a month later.

Today, Atlanta has emerged as a major American communications and transportation hub, while still holding onto its agricultural roots. Cosmopolitan Atlanta offers sophisticated nightlife, historic treasures, and is home to the Georgia Aquarium, the world's largest.

As a major tourist mecca, the state offers a variety of attractions for visitors ranging from the Cumberland Island National Seashore to the architectural splendor of Savannah.

Georgia's annual rite of spring, the fabled Masters Golf Tournament, takes place in Augusta.

Kid-friendly Georgia

Along with the Georgia Aquarium, other Atlanta must-sees for kids includes the World of Coca-Cola for an entertaining look at the history of the famous soft drink, or a trip to the Atlanta Botanical Garden with fun activities and a stroll around the Children's Garden. In summer, also don't miss Centennial Olympic Park for a big splash at the Fountain of Rings and other fun kid-friendly attractions.

While in Savannah, there's no better way to get acquainted with the city than on the Red Trolly Tour with stops at all major attractions, while gentle spooky fun is waiting at the Boo! Savannah Walking Tour featuring the town's most famous haunted places. Yet more history is in store at the historic downtown district at Ships of the Sea for a look back at the city's maritime past.

More about Georgia travel & tourism around the Web:

Georgia On My Mind - The complete picture with travel news & events, top attractions and offbeat sightseeing, historic buildings & museums, hotel & restaurant guides, family-friendly travel tips, online booking, maps, screensavers, downloadable brochures.

Come and Enjoy Georgia - The quick guide to the state with overviews of metro Atlanta, the coast, plantation country and more with maps & pictures, hotel & restaurant guides.

georgia.gov - Tourism, Recreation & The Arts - An extensive directory of links to the state's major cultural, historic and tourist attractions.

Georgia's Outdoor Recreation and Adventure Guide - Guide to Georgia state parks, bicycle trails, camping sites, fishing and boating, fairs & festivals, driving tours, related links.

Atlanta Travel - Official Visitors Guide to Atlanta Tourism - Complete city guide including what to see and do, hotel, restaurant & neighborhood guides plus transportation maps, pictures, video clips.

Savannah Convention & Visitors Bureau - Eating, shopping and hotel guides, major attractions, historic places, maps, pictures, videos, image downloads.

Augusta, GA - Hometown of the Masters Golf Tournament with info on hotels, restaurants, historic treasures and night life when you're not ogling the course...

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